Photo by Marathon Foto Graham and I ran our first half-marathon together last weekend at the 2019 Kentucky Derby Festival Mini Marathon in Louisville. In the nearly eight years we've been together he's been my cheerleader as I finished half-marathons, marathons and Ragnar Relays, but this year we set a goal to train for a race together, and we did it! The Mini Marathon is usually held the ... Read more
The Importance of Probiotics: How I Stay Healthy and Active This Spring
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #AlignedDaily #AlignDaily #CollectiveBias Earlier this year I reflected on my goals for 2019, and one of the most important is to get back into a healthier and more active lifestyle. Luckily I found a partner to keep me accountable in this mission. To motivate ourselves, my ... Read more
Why We Love Our Primo® Water Dispenser
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #ParentingWithPrimoH2O #CollectiveBias We've been loving updating our fixer-upper since we bought it last summer and it's slowly coming together. Besides painting and decorating each room, there was one project I especially wanted to tackle since moving in: Getting a water dispenser. Why? ... Read more
Why I’m Going to Therapy and How It’s Helping Me
** This post shares my own postpartum struggles. I am not a mental health professional and am not providing specific advice. Please see a professional if you need help. In January I finally did it: I made an appointment to see a therapist after thinking about it for months. I found one that specializes in prenatal and postpartum issues and her office is not far from my house. She even ... Read more
Healthy Fitness Habits for the New Year With Audible
** This post is sponsored by Audible but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. One of my goals for the new year is to get back on track with my workouts and to prioritize fitness again after a year off. It's not easy to get back into working out, but I have ways I've learned to make fitness enjoyable and to keep me motivated and inspired. I'm hoping these will help you with ... Read more
Why HPV Screening is Important | How to Test at Home
** This post is sponsored by Nurx, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. It's important to be your own advocate and take charge of your health. I've recently shared how my pregnancy taught me to speak up, ask questions and to make sure I'm being proactive. That's why I make sure to get screenings when recommended and to take preventive measures to give myself the best shot at ... Read more
A Reminder for Parents About Over-the-Counter Medications
** This post was sponsored by Influence Central as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Safety is a top priority for us as parents, whether we are traveling to a new destination or spending time at home. Child proofing our home was essential to preparing to bring our first daughter home, including one area in particular: The medicine cabinet. ... Read more
Postpartum Thoughts: 6 Months
I've had a lot of postpartum thoughts on my mind lately, but I've been hesitant to share them. I don't want to come across as complaining, because in fact I am grateful for my family, my work situation and my life in general. I was hesitant to share this motherhood post because so many moms are shamed when they speak about how they feel or what struggles they are having. You can have prayed for ... Read more
How to Become More Informed About Women’s Healthcare Choices
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #LetsTalkPlanB #CollectiveBias #ad Since becoming pregnant last year, I have taken my healthcare decisions even more seriously. Throughout my adult life, and especially during pregnancy, I haven't wanted to simply accept a certain route just because that's what others told me ... Read more
My Invisalign Experience
I've been wearing Invisalign aligners for years. Years! I can finally say I am done with Invisalign life and happy with the results! When I first went in for an Invisalign consulation at a Phoenix orthodontist in December 2013, I was told I was better suited for traditional braces because they would best help fix my dental issues. I was stubborn, though. I didn't want to wear traditional ... Read more